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Jahazi House

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About Jahazi House

Swahili style and a tranquil beachside location on Kenya's Lamu Island
Named after the historical dhows that skim across the Indian Ocean, Jahazi House sits on the edge of the wide, mangrove-lined Mida Creek, which opens to the sea on the southern tip of Lamu island. Fragrant frangipani, swaying palms and fruit trees flank the house, and a mostly empty beach fronts it. The spacious and simply elegant interiors are typical of Arab and Swahili dwellings, laid-back and tranquil with a central courtyard and a pool. Outside, the creek and ocean sparkle, migrant seabirds call and the odd donkey awaiting your company. Settle back and relax, African style.
Lamu , Kenya
Beach
5 Rooms
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The property

Jahazi is built in traditional Kenyan architectural style around an inner courtyard with, at its heart, a discreet swimming pool that cools the public rooms and bedrooms. Yellow-tinted archways surround the pool, which is open to the sky to let in the light. The entry hall has a baraza (meeting place) area, a plush, vibrant-cushioned daybed and a wooden carved table. The roof is one huge, partly shaded terrace, with a bar and lovely eating and sitting areas.

The rooms

Leading off the inner courtyard are four double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. On the roof is a cool and spacious master wing, with a private library and bedroom, en-suite dressing room and bathroom area. All rooms are white-washed, with traditional wooden four-poster Swahili beds and private verandas furnished with antique Lamu daybeds, quaint little writing desks and colourful decorative accents.

Activities

There are no cars and no roads on Lamu – donkey, boat and your feet are the only forms of transport. The ocean is a paradise for watersports fans, especially if you're keen on wakeboarding, waterskiing, kayaking and fishing. There's great snorkelling on nearby reefs, and sunset dhow cruises are a must, as is a walk to Kipungani village or Kizingo eco-camp to enjoy a drink in the latter's private makuti bar. Of course, spend some time on the beach.
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How to book Jahazi House

How do I book Jahazi House?

Jahazi House can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Kenya trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Kenya trips featuring Jahazi House or get advice and suggestions from one of our Kenya specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

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Lamu Island

Uncover the magic of a bygone era on this sultry island that’s Kenya’s ultimate beach hideout.